Dr. Kelley Saia

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kelley Saia, MD, is an Associate Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has significant expertise in treating substance use disorders during pregnancy, including opioid, alcohol, stimulant, and marijuana use disorders. Dr. Saia champions trauma-informed care for pregnant individuals with substance use disorders and is actively engaged in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access initiatives to assist BIPOC patients. Her notable work includes leading Project RESPECT, which addresses systemic barriers in access to addiction treatment for pregnant individuals of color. Dr. Saia has received funding from various sources, including the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the Boston Medical Center's Grayken Center for Addiction Treatment. Her research interests lie within improving addiction recovery infrastructure and access for pregnant women, focusing on community linkages to residential treatment programs.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Teaching and conducting research in Obstetrics and Gynecology, focusing on substance use disorders and maternal health.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.